Manchester United have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will not feature in Tuesday's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield.
The 37-year-old and partner Georgina Rodriguez announced on Monday that their newborn son had died.
Ronaldo confirmed the birth of their baby girl in the same statement and said that her arrival would 'give them the strength to live this moment'.
The Portugal international had been due to represent Man United in Tuesday's clash with Liverpool, but the 20-time English champions have revealed that he will not take part in the clash with Jurgen Klopp's side in order to support his family.
"Family is more important than everything and Ronaldo is supporting his loved ones at this immensely difficult time. As such, we confirm he will not feature in the match against Liverpool at Anfield and we underline the family's request for privacy," read a statement from Man United.
Ronaldo has been in strong scoring form for the Red Devils during the 2021-22 campaign, finding the back of the net on 21 occasions in 34 appearances, in addition to providing three assists.
Man United will follow Tuesday's clash at Anfield with a trip to the Emirates Stadium to face top-four rivals Arsenal on Saturday afternoon.
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